Training on Strategic Leadership Mastery
Strategic Leadership Mastery—develop the mindset and skills to lead with vision, resilience, and lasting impact.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Strategic leadership is not only about managing operations but also about shaping long term vision, driving transformation, and guiding organizations through uncertainty and change. This course equips participants with the knowledge, mindset, and practical tools needed to strengthen strategic thinking, decision making, and leadership execution in complex and dynamic environments.
Through global best practices, leadership frameworks, practical exercises, and real world case studies, participants will learn how to align strategy with execution, lead innovation and change, build resilient teams, and create sustainable organizational growth and impact.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Senior executives and directors
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Business leaders and entrepreneurs
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Strategy and transformation managers
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Middle managers aspiring to senior leadership roles
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Public sector leaders and policymakers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Master the principles of strategic leadership in complex environments
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Develop and execute strategies that align with organizational vision
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Lead change and foster innovation to achieve sustainable success
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Enhance emotional intelligence and influence across stakeholders
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Apply real-world lessons from global leadership case studies
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Leadership
- Core principles of strategic leadership including vision, alignment, and execution
- The role of leaders in shaping organizational culture, values, and performance
- Leadership approaches for navigating complex and dynamic environments
- Case Study: Apple’s leadership transformation under Steve Jobs
- Practical: Develop a leadership vision and strategic alignment framework
Module 2: Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
- Strategic analysis frameworks for understanding competitive and organizational environments
- Scenario planning and risk informed decision making techniques
- Identifying and avoiding cognitive biases and decision making traps
- Case Study: Netflix’s transition from DVD rentals to digital streaming
- Practical: Conduct a strategic analysis and decision making simulation
Module 3: Leading Change and Innovation
- Driving organizational transformation and innovation in rapidly changing environments
- Building agile, adaptive, and resilient organizations
- Managing resistance to change and strengthening organizational resilience
- Case Study: Microsoft’s cultural and strategic transformation under Satya Nadella
- Practical: Design a change management and innovation strategy
Module 4: Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Influence
- Building trust, collaboration, and high performing teams
- Applying emotional intelligence, empathy, and resilience in leadership
- Strengthening negotiation, communication, and stakeholder influence skills
- Case Study: New Zealand’s leadership response during the COVID 19 crisis
- Practical: Role play exercises on leadership communication and stakeholder management
Module 5: Strategy Execution and Sustainable Leadership Impact
- Translating strategic vision into measurable goals and operational plans
- Balancing short term performance with long term sustainability and growth
- Governance, ethics, accountability, and responsible leadership practices
- Case Study: Unilever’s sustainable business and leadership strategy
- Practical: Capstone exercise: Develop a strategic leadership and execution action plan
Where the change lands
Organization Impact
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Stronger alignment of strategy and execution
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Enhanced organizational resilience and adaptability
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Improved innovation and competitiveness in global markets
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Stronger leadership pipeline for future growth
Individual Impact
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Mastery of advanced strategic thinking and leadership tools
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Improved confidence in navigating uncertainty and complexity
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Strengthened ability to inspire and influence teams
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Career advancement in leadership and executive roles
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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